[Issue Closed] Aftermarket solutions when 2005 Volvo S40 24i key code lost

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Jazzcat
Member since October 2022 • 30 posts

Need my 2005 Volvo S40 24i's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1904 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Volvo S40 24i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Quickdraw
Member • 77 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2005 Volvo S40 24i.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 78 posts

Will this work for older 2005 Volvo S40 24is? Mine's a 2009.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 102 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2005 Volvo S40 24i's key code.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 44 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2005 Volvo S40 24i.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 54 posts

Was about to give up on my 2005 Volvo S40 24i, but this gives me hope.

August 26, 2024 Reply

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